Abstract
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is a promising intervention for treatment-resistant depression (TRD). This thesis explores its neurobiological mechanisms, symptom trajectories, effects on cognitive functioning, and response predictors. Findings from a systematic review of neuroimaging studies indicate that TRD may be a distinct major depressive disorder subtype, characterized by
| Original language | English |
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| Qualification | Doctor of Philosophy |
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| Award date | 2 Apr 2025 |
| Publication status | Published - 2025 |